Scott "BEARHANDS" Tester joins Mayhem staff as Head of Player Scouting and Assistant General Manager

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10/02/2018

October 2, 2018 - The team grows larger! Florida Mayhem announced today the signing of Scott “BEARHANDS” Tester as Assistant General Manager and Head of Scouting.

“I'm really excited to join the Florida Mayhem for Season 2 of the Overwatch League,” says Scott. “I'm eager to learn from an established esports organization that has a long history in Overwatch. I'm looking forward to working with Mayhem and contributing my insight and experience wherever I can.”

Previously, as the Director of Player Personnel, Scott played a key role in bringing together NYXL’s most recent and dominant roster iteration. Since, he’s become the General Manager for Team USA and has spearheaded those efforts on the World Cup stage.

“I look forward to working with an individual as experienced as Scott. I am confident that with Scott’s insight we can build a long term structure for success with Mayhem and Mayhem Academy” said GM, Matthew Akhavan.

Scott will work in conjunction with General Manager, Matthew Akhavan. Scott will assist in team operations with existing and new staff. Additionally, he will spearhead scouting opportunities for both Academy and Mayhem.